Recall 04-225, published September 28, 2004
Playkids USA baby walkers
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
PLK2000RCThese baby walkers were sold under the brand name "Playkids USA." They have model numbers PLK94STP, PLT95STP, PLK2000RC, PLK95, PLK94, PLK98STP, PLK2000 or PLK300 on the package and on a sewn-in label on the seat back.
Which products are included?
These baby walkers were sold under the brand name "Playkids USA." They have model numbers PLK94STP, PLT95STP, PLK2000RC, PLK95, PLK94, PLK98STP, PLK2000 or PLK300 on the package and on a sewn-in label on the seat back. The plastic walkers have eight snap-in wheels, an activity tray with toy wheels, knobs and lights, and a padded fabric seat. They come in a variety of colors and seat fabrics. The sewn-in seat label also reads "PLAYKIDS U.S.A. BROOKLYN, NY 11229 MADE IN TAIWAN."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled walkers immediately and contact PlayKids to receive a full refund.
- Brand
- PlayKids
- Recall published
- September 28, 2004
- Category
- Children & Toys
- Units
- About 1,600
- Sold at / sales period
- Small independent specialty juvenile retailers nationwide sold the baby walker, from February 2003 through April 2004, for between $29 and $39.
